The McAuliffe/Challenger Learning Center strives to be the premier source for quality professional development for teachers in New England. 

The programs described in these pages reflect our dedication to the classroom teacher, our commitment to hands-on education, and our belief that science, math, and technology are not just important - they're also FUN.

All Framingham State College students are eligible to participate in McAuliffe Center professional development programs.

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Exploring the Earth in Motion: Daylight, Sun, and Shadow Patterns 

Exploring the Moon and Stars: Cycles, Phases, and Patterns 
Exploring Waves: Water, Vibrations, and Sound 
Exploring Energy: Waterwheels, Windmills, and Sunlight
Exploring Light and Color: Filters, Lenses, and Color
Exploring Navigation: Location, Direction, and Latitude 
Exploring Time: Sundials, Waterclocks, and Pendulums 
Exploring Motion and Forces: Friction, Velocity, and Acceleration
 

 

Voyage To Mars

 

A one-day workshop for teachers who are scheduled to bring their classes into the Challenger Learning Center Mission Simulator.
 

 

 Liftoff to Learning

 

Utilizing NASA Technology and Resources in the Classroom - grades 3 through middle school.
   

 

 Teaching the Sun/Earth System with Technology

 

A one-week workshop showing how real-time NASA data can be used to explore the dynamics of the Sun/Earth system.
   

 

Challenger Booster Workshops

One-day supplemental workshops delving deeper into mission-related science topics. Included with the cost of your Challenger mission.

 

   

 

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